Senior Corporate Planning Manager

Rakuten Asia Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Rakuten Asia Pte. Ltd. in Singapore seeks a Senior Corporate Planning Manager to drive strategic initiatives and support corporate operations across Asia and APAC. You will strengthen governance, implement internal policies, and coordinate key meetings between HQ and regional teams.

The role requires deep experience in corporate planning, governance, and FP&A, with strong leadership and communication skills, and fluency in English and Japanese to work with senior management in Japan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years in corporate planning or related functions.
• Experience leading subsidiaries at Regional or Global HQ; governance, compliance or FP&A.
• Strong project management and analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Fluency in English and Japanese for interactions with Japan-based leadership.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic initiatives and support corporate operations across Rakuten Asia and APAC.
• Enhance governance frameworks and ensure policy compliance.
• Coordinate governance meetings (BOD, AGM) and regional events.
• Liaise between HQ and regional stakeholders to enable smooth coordination.
• Conduct market research and financial analysis to inform planning.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Financial analysis

Project management

Interpersonal communication

English & Japanese fluency

Job description

Job Description

Rakuten Group, Inc. is a global leader in internet services and has a diverse ecosystem spanning across e-commerce, fintech, communications and more serving approximately 1.8 billion members worldwide. Founded in Tokyo in 1997, the Group operates in over 30 countries and regions with more than 30,000 employees.

Rakuten Group, Inc. is a global leader in internet services and has a diverse ecosystem spanning across e-commerce, fintech, communications and more serving approximately 1.8 billion members worldwide. Founded in Tokyo in 1997, the Group operates in over 30 countries and regions with more than 30,000 employees.

Based in Singapore's Central Business District, Rakuten Asia Pte. Ltd. serves as the regional headquarters for Asia, driving value through areas such as advertising product development, product strategy, and data management to support Rakuten Group's global ecosystem.

Learn more at: https://global.rakuten.com/corp/

Summary

We’re looking for a dynamic Senior Corporate Planning Manager to join our Corporate Planning Department. In this role, you’ll drive strategic initiatives and support corporate operations across Rakuten Asia and its APAC group companies. You’ll be involved in enhancing governance, implementing internal policies, coordinating key meetings, and act as a trusted partner between HQ and regional stakeholders. Your insights and analysis will help shape business development across the region.

Responsibilities

• Business Strategy & Problem Solving: Identify, analyze, and address business challenges to support operational efficiency.
• Corporate Operations Support: Guide and support group companies to ensure alignment with HQ standards and regional best practices.
• Governance & Compliance: Strengthen governance and compliance frameworks and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Policy Development: Draft, implement, and maintain internal policies that promote consistency and operational effectiveness.
• Meeting Management: Organize and facilitate key meetings, including Board of Directors (BOD), Annual General Meetings (AGM), and regional-wide meetings.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a key liaison between HQ and regional stakeholders, ensuring smooth communication and coordination.
• Research & Financial Analysis: Conduct market research and financial analysis to support strategic planning and business development.

Skills And Experiences

Must Have:

• Minimum 15 years of working experience in corporate planning or related functions
• Experience managing subsidiaries at a Regional HQ or Global Headquarters, or expertise in governance, compliance, or FP&A.
• Strong project management skills with broad knowledge of corporate operations
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong analytical, logical thinking and quantitative skills
• Able to converse in both English and Japanese, as you’ll work closely with senior management and stakeholders based in Japan

Rakuten is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications regardless of sex, marital status, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religious belief, or age.